AEM Releases New E85 / Full Alcohol CompatibleFuel Pump

AEM just released a new E85 / Full Alcohol compatible fuel pump. 320LPH. AEM  High Flow Fuel Pump flow 320 lph (84 gph) at 43 PSI* and cost roughly half as much as comparable performance fuel pumps. AEM offers two High-Flow in-tank fuel pumps; a gasoline version and “E85″ version tested to support E100 Ethanol, M100 Methanol and any octane gasoline or blend. These pumps are designed for in-tank mounting with a 39mm diameter that fits most applications. Both versions have an offset inlet design that eases hose with clamps, end cap and rubber buffer sleeve. Every pump is tested to flow 320 lph at 43 PSI before it is packaged for sale. 

AEM High Flow Fuel Pump (PN 50-1000 Gasoline & PN 50-1200 Ethanol) Features:

• Designed for high output naturally aspirated and forced induction EFI vehicles
• In-tank design
• Tested to flow 320 lph @43 PSI
• 39mm diameter fits most applications
• Offset Inlet design eases installation
• Each Pump individually tested
• 50-1000 for gasoline vehicles
• 50-1200 testerd to support E100 Ethanol, M100 Methanol and gasoline or any blend

If you’re interested in AEM products email us at sales@vividracing.com or shop AEM products HERE. Scroll for graphs and more information about AEM.

When racers and enthusiasts buy AEM performance parts, they are getting the finest engineering, highest quality and best value our industry has to offer. AEM created the first stand-alone programmable engine management system that uses a factory wiring harness, and was the first to introduce a gauge with a built-in wideband UEGO controller and gauge readout in one unit! More recent innovations include our Water/Methanol Injection Systems, which provide the ultimate combination of performance, quality and value for gas and diesel race vehicles, a complete line of digital and analog display gauges, and the X-WiFi module, which allows users to view critical exhaust data wirelessly on virtually any WiFi enabled device. In addition, the recent release of AEM’s Series 2 EMS with AEM Tuner interface software represents a major evolution in features and ease of use from the original.

 

 

 

AEM Releases New E85 / Full Alcohol CompatibleFuel Pump

Ford Focus ST Dropped and Handled with KW Suspension

Yes, the Focus ST Project Car is back with an all new update!  We have been busy going top to bottom on creating something very unique!  While we wait for our new 18×10.5 wheels (wink wink), we decided to get the suspension dialed.  Our preferred suspension of choice is the KW Variant 3 or in general, the KW Suspension product.  Their design and function of the coilover which is built in Germany has always impressed us.  Who really cares what we think though when you have 5 out of 6 years winning the 24 hour of Nurburgring race under your belt!  What we do like about the KW V3 is the seperate rebound and compression adjustments.  Whether we use these on our GT-R, 911 Turbo, Mercedes CLS63, or Scion FR-S, the ride is always beautiful for street, but aggressive when the car is pushed.  The adjustments allow for you to fine tune how the shock reacts from compression into a bump and rebounding from a bump.  Setting this to take into account driving style, vehicle use, tire choice, allows for you to have an exceptionally well balanced ride.  Unlike typical coilovers which just have 1 adjustment called dampening, the ability to control either or is what makes this superior.  Its not the number of clicks but what those clicks are doing.

In addition, KW has a patented bump stop material that is used on its shock absorbers.  This material acts like a 3rd spring which is why the spring rates tend to be softer then standard coilovers.  With this bump stop, the car won’t jar you to death but simply soak up the bumps like a well oiled luxury sedan.   With the suspension on the car and it slightly lowered, the handling part is just beginning.  We are also in the middle of developing rear adjustable toe arms and camber arms from Agency Power.  Our front and rear sway bars are being engineered as we speak to complete the entire Ford Focus ST package.  In the meantime you can enjoy one of our ever so popular Vivid Racing Videos of the KW installation and these still pics!

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Ford Focus ST Dropped and Handled with KW Suspension

New Video Featuring HRE and H&R

Check out the latest video from Venom 24 featuring HRE Wheels and H&R suspension. Photography and cinematography has become a hobby for us over the years. We get inspiration and new ideas from people who do videos like this one. We appreciate not only the details in the mod of the car, but in the thought put into the video, and the story it tells. This is a story of a hardcore Mercedes C63 AMG S204, equipped with HRE’s and H&R suspension. Watch and tell us what you think in the comment section below or on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram.

If you’re looking for your car to be hardcore like this one, we have a ton of HRE wheels. We love us some HRE’s but we are really into some Vorsteiner Wheels as well right now. Check out those or any of our other wheels, and see what would be best for your ride. If you’re looking for awesome suspension, we have all the top brands including H&R.

New Video Featuring HRE and H&R

New Chargespeed Body Kits for Throwback WRX"s

Chargespeed has been known for making some of the most tasteful and affordable aero and body parts on the market. They make their products are made, with users in mind. Their parts come pre-drilled for easy installation. They use the highest quality FRP materials and Japanese craftsmanship. With that said, they are highly sought out in the tuner market. They cater to the person who wants to completely change the shape and look of the vehicle. The person who wants to experiment with that crazy color scheme and push the aesthetic limits. If you’re that person, Chargespeed is company for you.

Here are some new 3D and Straight Wide Body Kits for Subaru WRX’s ranging from 2002-2006.

New Chargespeed Body Kits for Throwback WRX"s

Change Your Wheels...Change Your Life

Okay, so the title might be a little dramatic. However, a new set of wheels is sure to add some swag to your A-game. If you’re a wheel whore like us, you change your wheels like girls change their hair color. If you are looking for the most wheels brands for the best prices, then you’re in the right spot. Not only do we have the BEST wheels in the industry but we have a sales team with years of experience of outfitting cars with the perfect set of wheels. Some people have a vision, others just know they want something new and eye popping. Either way, we can help.

This Evo X owner worked with our sales guy Josh (josh@vividracing.com ext. 230) to find this stellar set of Work Brombacher Step Lip Wheels. These wheels alone draw attention. Put them in a show room with 10 other wheels and these are sure to stand out. Now imagine what that does for your car! He chose to make his wheels flush with a fitment of 19 x 10 +4 offset in the front and 19×10 -4 in the back. He’s stoked with the result and we’re pumped to have another satisfied customer.

If you’re looking for your first, next or perfect set of wheels check out some of our favorite wheels here. See more setups in our gallery.

Change Your Wheels...Change Your Life

Customer"s Porsche 997 GT3 MKII Crashes at 160mph

We got this email from one of our customer’s in France who is an avid race car driver. His email was thanking us for the parts we had sold him, not because they look great on his car (although they do). But because those parts helped save his life. Here’s the email he sent us,

“Hello,

I’m completely a fan of your page. I live in France and bought a carbon intake from you for my 997 gt3 mkII. Unfortunately  this, (the video below,) is what happened on the Catalunya F1 track last week. There was oil on the track, and I crashed my GT3 at more than 160 MPH. I’m safe, thanks to the car and the walls of the track (shock absorption). I want to show your fans my video, because that shows that a car prepared (roll bar, harness, buckets) can save lives. I will invest in a Hans system.”

The Hans System is a invaluable product to any real racer. The HANS device (Head and Neck Support) was developed to prevent neck injuries and skull fractures by restraining your head from snapping forward in the event of an accident. The HANS device is a semi-hard collar made of carbon fiber and Kevlar. It is held onto the upper body by a harness worn by the driver. Two flexible tethers on the collar are attached to the helmet to prevent the head from snapping forward or to the side during a wreck.

If you watch the video you can see during the crash where a HANS device would have come in handy. With all that said, we are happy that he was able to walk away from the wreck without any serious injuries. This isn’t a PSA on safety but it’s important to equip your car and yourself when doing any kind of racing. If you’re interested in learning more about making your race car safe email us at sales@vividracing.com.

Racing’s only fun if you’re alive to enjoy it, race smart!

Customer"s Porsche 997 GT3 MKII Crashes at 160mph

Custom Red Recaro and Work Wheels on a Modded M3

We introduced you to this opulent M3 a few weeks ago when he was first showing off the new Vorsteiner Body Kit  and custom, sultry Red Recaro Seats. We knew those upgrades were just the first step to this M3′s mod process. When we wrote the other blog he had already ordered his next addition. What’s the perfect enhancement beyond a sexy interior and a brand new body kit? A new set of wheels to match. That’s exactly what this M3 owner did. He worked with our sales guy Ahmed again (ahemed@vividracing.com ext. 231) to find the perfect set of wheels to compliment his already stunning project car.

He chose to go with a set of three piece Work Meister S1′s that were set at 19 x 11 and 19 x 9.5. The fitment difference helps accentuate the contouring of the body kit. The elegant and aggressive combination of the black face with stainless bolts and polished lips is the perfect tribute to the stealth look of the exterior. See more of our customer built cars here.

Custom Red Recaro and Work Wheels on a Modded M3